Ceruminoma In The Tympanic Cavity

Abstract

A case of benign tumour in the tympanic cavity originating from the cerumi-nous glands is reported. The symptoms were like those of subacute otitis and the patient was first treated by atticoantrotomia. Later on, when the symptoms returned, the diagnosis of ceruminoma was made on microscopical examination and a resection of the processus mastoideus and the tympanic cavity was performed. In the available literature 26 previous cases have been found, among which one with localization to the tympanic cavity. The diagnosis, treatment and prognosis are discussed. Radical operative treatment and exact checking are recommended.